WEEK 11 – TERM 4 (9th – 13th December):
As you may be aware, this year (as it is every leap year) we have an additional school week. It just so happens that this additional week is in term 4, therefore creating Week 11. In Week 11 of term 4, our teachers and teacher aides will be engaging in mandatory training, professional development around the Australian Curriculum and preparing for the 2025 school year.
The Minister of Education has advised schools that an alternate program for the last week of school can be implemented. Whilst Bundaberg South will remain open in week 11, out teachers and teacher aides will be involved in the above-mentioned mandatory training and professional development and therefore will be taken off class for periods of time during the week. This will mean that classes may be supported and supervised by a range of other teachers including specialist teachers, support teachers and relief teachers. Depending on the number of students in the school, classes may be combined or students may be sent to a different learning area than their normal classroom. We understand that many parents will require students to be at school for this week, however if you are intending on going on holiday early or not sending your child this week, could you please let the Administration team know as soon as possible on 41308333, so we can start to prepare for the final week. Thank you for your support around this final week of school.
SLIME SPECTACULAR:
Thank you to all of the families who have supported the P&C with their SLIME SPECTACULAR! It was a huge fundraising success! A big shout out to all of the staff who volunteered to be slimed – what a fantastic afternoon !!
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2024 SCHOOL CAPTAINS:
School Captain speeches will be held at 9.15am on Monday 25th November in the hall. Parents, care givers and extended family are welcome to attend. Successful applicants will be notified and will receive their badges at Presentation Day on Monday 02nd December.
WHITE RIBBON DAY:
Thank you for your support of White Ribbon Day last Friday. The students and staff looked great dressed in white. This important event raises awareness of violence against women and girls and by supporting this cause, we can continue to support positive relationships in our community.
BLUEY’S PLAYGROUP:
Wednesday 27th November, will be the last Bluey’s Playgroup for the year. A special guest will be joining the morning to celebrate the end of the year and to give each child who attends a special gift from the school community. A big thank you to Miss Haylee who goes above and beyond each week to ensure each child who attends has a great time and assists with successfully transitioning children into the school environment.
YEAR 6 TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL:
Year 6 Transition Days are coming up for all local High Schools, please ensure you have enrolled your child at a High School so they are eligible to attend these days.
Bundaberg SHS – Wednesday 04th December
Kepnock SHS – Wednesday 04th December
PREP 2025:
The enrolment list for Prep 2025 is now open. We would love to meet you and your child – we are looking forward to showing you what Bundaberg South State School has to offer. Please call the office on 41308333 or pop in to the office to place your child on the enrolment list.
FREE DRESS DAY:
On Wednesday 27th November, students are invited to wear free dress (must be sun smart with enclosed shoes). Students can bring in a gold coin donation or a Christmas item to donate towards the P&C Raffle that will be drawn on 06th December (below are a list of suggested items for each class):
Prep – Christmas decorations P/1 – Christmas snacks/treats
1/2 – Christmas wrapping paper
2/3 – Bon bons and decorations
3/4 – Christmas food
4 – Christmas decorations
5 – Christmas snacks/treats
6 – Christmas wrapping paper
END OF YEAR CELEBRATION CONCERT:
On Friday 06th December at 9am, we will be holding a Christmas Concert in the Junior Under-Covered Area J Block.
Students will be parading around in their Christmas attire, will be singing and dancing and the P&C Association will be holding a raffle. Further information will be sent home closer to the date.
RAFFLE TICKETS - Don’t forget to purchase your tickets in the P & C Raffle. Return all SOLD and UNSOLD tickets to the Administration Office as soon as possible.
ENROLMENTS 2025:
Being able to estimate student numbers for 2025 school year is a very important process. Therefore, I would like all parents to read the requests below carefully, and act on any of them that are relevant to their situation. This will help the school make judgements on staffing and class groupings ASAP.
• If you intend to enrol your children at Bundaberg South State School, please make an appointment to see the Principal ASAP, this does not apply to children already currently enrolled.
• If you know of any families wanting to enrol at Bundaberg South State School, please encourage them to make an appointment ASAP.
• If your child is changing schools in 2025, please let the office now ASAP.
PRESENTATION DAY:
Presentation Day will be held on Monday 02nd December from 9am in the hall for students in Prep – Year 5. Invitations to parents/carers of award recipients will be sent home this week.
A special graduation ceremony will be held for Year 6 students from 6.30pm on 02nd December in the hall (students must be in full school uniform.) Invitations and further information will be sent home this week.
SWIMMING:
Due to unforeseen circumstances due to maintenance issues with the pool we have had to CANCEL swimming lessons this term. We apologise for any inconvenience.
LOST PROPERTY BOX
Located outside the First Aid Room in E Block downstairs, the box is overflowing again!
We ask that parents/carers/students check the box regularly for lost items. Please ensure all items (clothing, hats, lunch boxes, water bottles) are named.
STUDENT COLLECTION
Parents/Carers - please ensure you are arriving BEFORE 3pm to collect students each afternoon. It can be distressing for students when parents arrive late to collect students after class on a regular basis. School staff sometimes have scheduled meetings/appointments straight after school to attend. Handy Hints:
⏰ Set an alarm on your mobile phone
🚩 Let your child know where you will be meeting them at 3pm
📞 Update your child's emergency contact details
SRS INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PROGRAM 2024
A reminder that ALL school instruments (violins, violas, cellos) are to be returned this week to the Administration Office (D Block). The SRS hire fees have been waived for the 2024 school year and no invoices will be issued to parents/carers.
LIBRARY BOOKS
ALL Library books borrowed are to be returned to the Library this week. There will be NO borrowing for the remainder of the Term 4.